Heavy Equipment Operator I — Stable Hours + Growth

WM (Waste Management); Okeechobee (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock plan

Healthcare coverage

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) match

Adoption assistance

Parental support

Job summary

WM (Waste Management) is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator I for our landfill in Okeechobee, FL. This role offers stable hours, comprehensive benefits, and a safety-first culture.

You will operate bulldozers, scrapers, and loaders, with development opportunities for career growth. The position features a Monday–Friday schedule from 8am to 6/7pm (occasional Saturdays), starting pay around $19 per hour depending on experience, and opportunity to work at sites serving millions of customers across

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Be over 18 years old.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy equipment in compliance with safety policies and procedures.
• Conducts routine equipment inspections and preventative maintenance; keeps records.
• Moves and positions materials with material moving equipment.
• Follow standard operating procedures for operating and maintaining vehicles.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Team communication

Job description

WM (Waste Management) is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator I for our landfill in Okeechobee, FL. This role offers stable hours, comprehensive benefits, and a safety-first culture.

You will operate bulldozers, scrapers, and loaders, with development opportunities for career growth. The position features a Monday–Friday schedule from 8am to 6/7pm (occasional Saturdays), starting pay around $19 per hour depending on experience, and opportunity to work at sites serving millions of customers across